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Youngkin Starts Statewide Food Drive for Shutdown-Affected Virginians

Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday announced the launch of the Virginia Cares Initiative, a Commonwealth-wide food drive to support Virginians impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown. The initiative will...

COVID-19 Vaccine Co-Designer Teresa Lambe to Deliver Lecture in Roanoke

One weekend in January 2020, immunologist Teresa Lambe received an email containing a DNA sequence. Lambe,...

Lawson Awarded 9% Tax Credits for Roanoke Housing Development

Lawson, a leading real estate firm specializing in the development, construction, and management of affordable...

Q&A with Vinton School Board Candidate Amber Reed

The Roanoke Star asked both candidates for the Vinton District School Board race to engage...

Q&A with Vinton School Board Member and Candidate Tim Greenway

The Roanoke Star asked both candidates for the Vinton District School Board race to engage...

2025 Legislative Wrap-Up Set for April 22 in Salem

The best way to understand what happened during Virginia’s 2025 General Assembly Session is by hearing it straight from the legislators themselves. Join on Tuesday,...

Roanoke Wildlife Center Turns Recycled Cans into Wildlife Support

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is thrilled to announce their new recycling initiative, Cans for Critters! Community-powered conservation starts with small, everyday choices. Through...

Nominations Open for Leadership Roanoke Valley Class of 2026

Leadership Roanoke Valley (LRV) is accepting nominations through May 1st for its class of 2026. Individuals living and working in the Roanoke Valley are...

Renovation Alliance Hosts Fundraiser for Home Repairs in Roanoke Valley

Since 1999, Renovation Alliance has been working to rebuild the homes of Roanoke Valley neighbors in need by providing free critical and necessary home...

Franklin County Educator Elected to National Farm Bureau Board

Morgan Washburn, a Franklin County agriculture teacher and farming advocate, was elected in January to a three-year term as Women’s Leadership Representative on the...

Downtown Roanoke, Inc. launches GIVE Roanoke campaign

Downtown Roanoke, Inc. (DRI) is rallying community support during GIVE Roanoke, the region’s largest day of giving, to raise funds for its Ambassador and...